The Hispanic & European Studies (HESP) Semester/Quarter Program at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) offers courses in Spanish and English in four main areas: Catalan Studies, Hispanic Studies, European Studies, and Global Studies. Former students have rated their UPF classes so highly based on the academic rigor, the ability to take classes alongside local students, and engaging professors.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum G.P.A. Requirement: 3.0

Class Requirement: Junior-Senior Standing

Language Requirement: At least one semester/quarter of college level Spanish, or equivalent, is required prior to enrolling. or courses taught in Spanish, a minimum of four semesters/quarters of college level Spanish, or equivalent, is required prior to enrolling.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Established in 1990, the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) is one of Barcelona’s newest institutions and has already earned an International Excellence Campus label from the Spanish Ministry of Education. The campus is full of remodeled historic buildings and sits just two blocks from the beach.

The Hispanic and European Studies (HESP) Program is the core of the UPF Education Abroad Program. Created in 2002, it was designed to be one of Europe’s top programs for international students. The program aims to provide students with greater insight into the European, Spanish, and Catalan realities, while at the same time encouraging critical thinking. The program includes a global studies track to encourage reflection on a variety of topics, while continuing to promote intercultural awareness and understanding in our increasingly globalized world.

ACADEMICS
The Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) and Barcelona SAE have worked hard to create a study abroad program that allows you to earn credits in your major, minor, or electives. The courses are especially designed for international students, meaning that you will be able to take courses in English and/or have the advantage of learning in Spanish at a pace for non-native or fluent speakers.

Accreditation
The Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) is recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education as a degree granting institution of higher learning. After completing a Barcelona SAE program at the UPF, the transcript will be sent directly to the student’s home institution.

Course Approval
Before you go abroad, Barcelona SAE strongly recommends that you meet with the study abroad office and/or your academic advisor at your home institution. After your acceptance into the program, you will be required to submit a “Approval Contact for Study Abroad” form that will automatically inform your home institution of your intent to participate on a Barcelona SAE program. With that said, we suggest that students are as transparent as possible about their plans and make an appointment with their study abroad office immediately after submitting their Barcelona SAE application.

The earlier that students plan for their study abroad experience, the easier it will be to get all of their courses pre-approved and know exactly what transfer credit will be received at their home institution. Please remember that it is best to get multiple first and second choice courses pre-approved for your Barcelona SAE program, as this will give you some flexibility in setting up your class schedule. Don’t just think about the courses that are required for your major or minor, but also courses that can fulfill your general education or elective requirements.

Course Options
Your courses will be taught in English or Spanish and will primarily be lectures with some teamwork involved. Students will be in class at the UPF with other international students.

The Spanish Language courses offered by the UPF Language Training Program (PEI) are organized at five different levels, from beginner to proficient. The proficiency level prepares students for the Instituto Cervantes DELE (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera). More specialized courses are also available.

All courses, which have 90 contact hours, are taught using the communicative approach to language learning and have been designed according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

For a complete list of courses and syllabi for this program, please visit the Barcelona SAE website.

Important Notes:

Please note that not all courses listed above will be offered every semester/quarter, and the list above are courses and/or subject areas that have been offered in the past by the host institution. Institutions in Barcelona often do not finalize course listings until the beginning of the term, and as such, this list will be updated as the host institution provides additional information.

For a complete listing of courses that will occur during your specific semester/quarter abroad at the UPF, please contact your Barcelona SAE Advisor.

WHAT'S INCLUDEDThe Hispanic & European Studies (HESP) Semester/Quarter Program at the UPF Includes:

Countdown to Barcelona:

Group Webinar and Pre-Departure Preparation

Personalized Advising

One Year Digital Subscription to the New York Times

While in Barcelona:

UPF Tuition and Fees

Official University Transcript from Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Airport Pick-Up (Must Arrive BEFORE 12:00pm on Program Start Date)

Logistical & Cultural Orientations

Housing for the Duration of Program (Homestays include Breakfast/Dinner!)

Opportunity to Apply for Barcelona SAE’s “Best of the Best” Internship Program

Opportunity to Apply to be a “Barcelona SAE Campus Ambassador Intern” on Your Home Campus

Invitations to Study Abroad & Internship Returnee Conferences Throughout the U.S.

…and SO MUCH MORE!

The Program Does Not Include:

Round-Trip Airfare to/from Barcelona

Visa Costs (If Applicable)

Mobile Phones & Charges

Local Transportation

Personal Items

APPLY NOW!
So…what are you waiting for? APPLY TODAY and get ready to embark on the Barcelona experience of a lifetime!

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:

Term

Year

App Deadline

Decision Date

Start Date

End Date

Fall Semester

2020

06/22/2020
**

Rolling Admission

09/21/2020

12/18/2020

Spring Semester

2021

10/15/2020
**

Rolling Admission

01/04/2021

03/27/2021

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

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